Berndt Bittlingmaier

Berndt Bittlingmaier is a seasoned emergency services professional with extensive experience in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and technical rescue operations. Currently serving as a Fire Lieutenant/EMT for the City of Bremerton since September 2003, Berndt also holds positions as a Climbing Instructor/Guide at Edgeworks Climbing and as an Instructor at the Northwest Avalanche Center and KAF Adventures. With additional responsibilities as a Rescue Technician for the Kitsap County Technical Rescue Team and Operations Leader for Tacoma Mountain Rescue Unit, Berndt specializes in technical rope, trench, confined space, and structural collapse responses. Berndt’s educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Services Administration from Western Oregon University and a Bachelor's Degree in German Studies from Western Washington University.